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Shoppers say they add a “bounce” to their step.
Jennifer Lopez: Queen of…well, many domains—high-low styling among them. Diamond-encrusted as her red carpet attire may be, Lopez’s wardrobe is also stocked with humbly priced pieces; sub-$100 handbags, for instance, or the $96 Allbirds she wears repeatedly. In a similar, sneaker-centric vein, the multi-hyphenate made a case for reviving a pair of nostalgic kicks earlier this season; specifically, the K-Swiss Classic VN Platform Sneaker, which she donned at least twice in the past two months alone.
My sole experience with the K-Swiss platform shoe, a 20-year-old design, dates back to middle school, when my innately stylish twin sister donned them daily. (Uggs, incidentally, were equally hot during my tween years; given their recent revival, a K-Swiss second-coming seems imminent.) The sneakers are sold out in most sizes on the brand’s website, but you can still snag a pair at Amazon. Best of all, they’re under $100.
K-Swiss Classic VN Platform Sneaker
Buy on Amazon $75
Originally created for tennis players, K-Swiss sneakers are performance sports shoes. Ergo, comfort and support are paramount to each pair. Lopez’s specific style, the VN Platform, features a generous 2-inch chunky sole, which—in addition to absorbing ample shock—creates a flattering, leg-elongating effect.
The shoe features a leather upper, a rubber sole, and a nifty liner that stymies foot sweating, per the brand. I’d pair these shoes with a pickleball dress, if I played pickleball—or, more realistically, with my favorite pair of wide-legged jeans for a stroll around the city, à la JLo.
As if Lopez hadn’t given me enough incentive to add these kicks to my cart, shopper acclaim has further stoked my interest—so much so, I simply can’t not purchase a pair for myself. One reviewer called them “so comfy,” adding that the shoes give them “bounce in [their] step,” even after a long day of standing. Another shopper called the style “a great classic,” noting that they “dress up a sweat[suit] outfit.” Finally, another fan dubbed the shoes “chic,” especially paired with dresses and skirts.
For an ultra cushy, incredibly versatile, leg-flattering shoe, join me in snapping up the K-Swiss VN Platform Sneakers at Amazon, where Lopez’s exact pair is $75. Looking to bolster your summer sneaker collection? Shop similar styles, below.
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